Spot lock is a game changer for sure. I use it mostly when I'm fishing lakes for panfish, walleyes, bass, and pike. Perfect for drop-shotting. I haven't really tried using it on the river for cats. I might try it next time I'm cat-fishing if the wind isn't too bad. I like to sit as still as possible so I can keep a nice taught line and see the bites. I only fish channels because there are no blues here. I fish flathead in the early fall when they school up in the holes preparing for winter. Really good to see you making videos. Looking forward to all of the big blues/flats you'll smack down.